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Programme
The first route of the museum ship will be the Mediterranean, an area of millennia of history and exchange, which has always mobilized and nourished the inspiration of artists, and naturally invites intercultural dialogue.
Discover the programme of activities on the quayside and in the towns: performances, concerts, conferences, screenings, workshops, meetings and other events.
Upcoming events
Past events
Francesco Berati - Weaving Identity
Francesco Berati presents an artistic fashion show that brings attention to the importance of textiles within artistic production.
Lori Lako - Woven Echos Presentation
Through a workshop and presentation, Lori Lako engages participants in textile Through this workshop and presentation, Lako creates a space where participants engage with textile-preserving as both a personal and collective act, scanning personal pieces as a reflection on the shifting dynamics of labor, tradition, and identity.
Mimoza Ahmeti - The Approach
For this intimate presentation, poet and artist Mimoza combines poetry, music, and translation into a performative moment that blurs the boundaries of language, sound, and temporality.
Besa Mati - Extended DJ Set
Besa Mati is the first Albanian female DJ, hailing from Tirana, Albania, with a career spanning over two decades.
Reading session with Emira Shkurti from UNICEF
Join us for a reading session of the book « Të gjithë duhet të jemi feministë » with Emira Shkurti from UNICEF ! If you’re looking for an answer to the question « what does it mean to be a feminist today ? » the best response can be found in this book which explore this issue in a essayistic manner, reaching the conclusion that gender division has brought negative consequences for both men and women. The reading session is open to everybody and will create a friendly space for discussion and reflexion on feminism and gender.
THE THREE LINES
The three soloists are specialists in their fields: Marine Sablonnière for medieval music, Henri Tournier for the music of North India and Isabelle Courroy for the pastoral music of the Balkans and Anatolia, deploying the concept of oblique music that brings together music of creation and tradition.
Frequently asked questions
The Art Explora Festival will take place from spring 2024 to spring 2026 in various Mediterranean cities.
Festival events take place both on the museum boat's quay and in heritage and/or emblematic sites in the stopover towns. To find out all about upcoming events in your town, consult our Agenda.
The Art Explora Festival offers a rich, multi-disciplinary program including visits to the museum ship, exhibition pavilions, virtual reality experiences, artistic performances, concerts, conferences, film screenings, creative workshops and meetings. You'll be able to discover local and international artists, as well as thinkers and cultural players exploring contemporary themes related to the Mediterranean region. To find out all about upcoming events in your city, consult our Agenda.
All Festival events are free of charge. Please note, however, that some events - such as workshops - require a reservation via the ticket office. Please consult the page dedicated to each event for more information on times and booking procedures.
To ensure that everyone has the best possible experience at the Festival, we have drawn up a visitors' charter listing a few good practices.
Yes, the boat is freely accessible on site. However, you can pre-book your time online on our website.
For reasons of safety and preservation of the boat, high heels and stilettos may not be worn on the boat.
To take part in the workshops and meetings offered during the Festival, you'll generally need to register in advance. Information on how to register will be available on the dedicated event page, where you can also find details of times and how to take part.
Yes, the Art Explora Festival also offers child-friendly activities, such as creative workshops specially designed for young participants. See the program to find out about events and activities adapted to children and families.
The museum boat is open to all free of charge. To find out on which quay it will be moored, or to pre-book your slot, consult the page dedicated to your town.
Appropriate facilities have been set up on the Festival site for the reception and access of people with reduced mobility. The boat is equipped with a 1m-wide ramp, accessible to people with reduced mobility, but may require the accompaniment of a third party due to its gradient of over 6%. Access to the aft deck and immersive exhibition is possible. However, the upper deck is not accessible. Please inform us in advance of any special accessibility requirements, so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
Thank you for your interest in the Festival Art Explora ! To find out more about our volunteer opportunities and to apply, please visit our "Become a volunteer"section of our website. There you'll find all the information you need about the roles available and the application procedure. We look forward to meeting you!
We're delighted to be considering new partnerships for the Festival Art Explora. To find out how, please visit our dedicated page or write to us at contact@artexplora.org